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PHSC Foundation Catch and Release Tournament Cancelled

Catch and Release Tournament Cancelled

PHSC Foundation is following the guidance of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and 

Instructional Performing Arts Center Naming Opportunities

Beginning in August 2020, the PHSC Instructional Performing Arts Center (IPAC), located in Wesley Chapel, will provide students state-of-the art learning.

Take Stock in Children Recognizes Mentor of the Year

Take Stock in Children promotes personal growth, responsibility, and academic success for deserving low-income children by providing a unique set of resources including mentors, scholarships, long-term support, student advocacy, and a guaranteed educational opportuni

National Philanthropy Day Honors

Recently, the Nature Coast Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) hosted their ninth annual National Philanthropy Day that celebrates charitable donations and volunteerism from organizations and individuals.

10th Annual Golf Tournament Raised Over $31,000

2019 Golf Tournament - Results are In!

The PHSC Foundation hosted the 10th annual golf tournament fundraiser on Wednesday, October 30 at the exclusive Black Diamond Ranch's Quarry Course.

Local Philanthropists Support of Scholarships Recognized at Dedication

Naresh and Dr. Bina Jain were honored on December 11, 2019 with a ceremony establishing the Naresh and Dr. Bina Jain Study Rooms located in the West Campus Academic Success Center in New Port Richey.

PHSC Foundation Board Member Honored at Dedication Ceremony

A dedication of the Dr. Bharat Desai and Mrs. Meena Desai Patient Simulation Lab was held on December 10, 2019 at the West Campus in New Port Richey. Community and College leaders attended the ceremony to honor the generosity of Dr. and Mrs.

Porter Campus Hosts Run to Raise Money for Veteran's Scholarships

The Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch was recently host to the 5K Honor Run. The event was created to not only honor community military veterans but also support veteran scholarships at Pasco-Hernando State College.

Roy Hardy Benevolent Fund Board Meets Nursing Scholarship Challenge

The PHSC Foundation recently received a commitment from the Roy Hardy Benevolent Fund Board for a donation of $430,000 to meet the PHSC Foundation Nursing Scholarship Challenge. The Fund would provide twenty-three annual nursing scholarships in perpetuity.

Duke Energy Foundation Supports PHSC STEM Programs

The Duke Energy Foundation is a proud supporter of the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs at PHSC.

Alumni Encourage Students at Retreat

The PHSC Foundation attended the 2019 PHSC Student Life Retreat (SLR) to speak with students regarding scholarship and alumni opportunities.

Estate Gifts Support Students

The PHSC Foundation recently received two estate gifts that will provide funding for students for years to come.

Phi Theta Kappa Establishes Angel Fund

Phi Theta Kappa Establishes Angel Fund

The PHSC Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) chapter, spearheaded by club advisor and Professor Connie LaMarca-Frankel, recently established a PTK Angel Fund to assist students in paying the $65 membership fee. Over 2,000 PHSC students are invit

PHSC Foundation Board Welcomes New Directors

The PHSC Foundation recently elected five new directors to the volunteer governing board representing Pasco and Hernando counties. New board members are elected to a three-year term individually.

President's Institute Establishes Fund to Support Students in Need

PHSC is among the most affordable state colleges in Florida. Unfortunately, some students struggle to pay application and graduation fees.

PHSC Foundation Receives $40,000 Grant

Edward K. Roberts Funds $40,000 Grant

On June 14, 2019, the Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Foundation received a $40,000 grant from the Edward K. Roberts Fund of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. 

PHSC Honors Heather Fiorentino as 2019 Alumna of the Year

Pasco-Hernando State College presented former Pasco County Superintendent of Schools Heather Fiorentino with the 2019 Distinguished Alumna Award during the Student Life and Leadership Program at the college’s West Campus in New Port Richey on April 10.

Duke Energy Foundation Named Philanthropic Corporation of the Year

Local philanthropists were honored and celebrated at the 8th annual National Philanthropy Day® luncheon hosted by the Nature Coast Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).

2018-19 PHSC Foundation Performing Arts Season

The upcoming Pasco Hernando State College Foundation Performing Arts Season offers another blast from the past, featuring tribute artists recreating the sounds and personas of Elton John, Aretha Franklin, Paul McCartney and more.

Hernando Healthcare Foundation Welcomes New PHSC SimBaby

The PHSC nursing department received a bundle of joy this spring in the form of a new pediatric simulation baby manikin.

PHSC Foundation Welcomes New Board Member

The Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Foundation recently welcomed Sharon Hayes, BSN, MBA as a new director to the PHSC Foundation Board of Directors. Hayes fills a vacant seat for a term ending 2019.

Sporting clay tournament nets $15,000 for PHSC Foundation

Pasco-Hernando State College supporters and sporting clay enthusiasts participated in the third annual Pasco-Hernando State College Foundation Sporting Clays Tournament, Jan. 26, at Tampa Bay Sporting Clays. Harvard Jolly Architecture and Creative Contractors Inc.

Pingley Family Establishes PHSC Endowed Scholarship

The Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Foundation received a $10,000 gift in honor of the 75th birthday of Norman J. Pingley, the first intramural athletic director at PHSC.

Sporting Clay Tournament Nets $15,000 for PHSC Foundation

Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) supporters and sporting clay enthusiasts participated in the third annual Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Foundation Sporting Clays Tournament, January 26, 2018, at Tampa Bay Sporting Clays. Harvard Jolly Architecture and Creative Contractors Inc.

PHSC Foundation Welcomes New Leadership

The Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Foundation Board of Directors recently elected new officers and members of the board of directors. Officers serve a voluntary, two-year term, while new members are appointed to three year terms.